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CHEM 594R

General Seminar

Chemistry and Biochemistry College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Course Description

Research topics presented by faculty and visiting scientists.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 9: P, E, I (Pass-fail grade rule)

Min

0.5

Fixed

0.5

Fixed

1

Fixed

0

Note

Required one semester in residence of all senior BS majors in chemistry and biochemistry. Seminars are typically scheduled at 4:00 pm any day of the week. Check the seminar schedule at chem.byu.edu for current schedule and updates. Attendance at a minimum of 10 seminars is required.

Title

Current Research

Learning Outcome

Become familiar with a variety of current research areas by listening to numerous visiting researchers describe their recent research results.

Title

Prepare for Seminar Presentations

Learning Outcome

Prepare for seminar presentations by reading literature articles written by visiting speakers before attending the presentation.

Title

Science-Writing Skills

Learning Outcome

Improve science-writing skills by writing summaries of research papers.

Title

Note Taking Skills

Learning Outcome

Take notes in presentations attended to record thoughts and ideas for future reference.